By signing this form,
I understand that my substance use disorder records are protected under federal law, including the federal regulations governing the confidentiality of substance use disorder patient records, 42 C.F.R. Part 2, and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (“HIPAA”), 45 C.F.R. Parts 160 and 164, and cannot be disclosed without my written consent unless otherwise provided for by the regulations. I understand that I may revoke this authorization at any time except to the extent that action has been taken in reliance on it. Unless I revoke my consent earlier, this consent will expire automatically within one year.
I understand that I may be denied services if I refuse to consent to disclosure for purposes of treatment, payment, or healthcare operations, if permitted by state law. I will not be denied services if I refuse to consent to a disclosure for other purposes.
I am aware I can be provided a copy of this form upon request.